Keeping track of your budget during the holidays can be difficult, but there are definitely a few essential things you can do to ensure that you’ll still be in control when January rolls around.
Most importantly, set a budget and stick to it.  It’s essential that you are responsible and realistic when you set your holiday [...]

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This post has been sponsored by Bugaboo Friends.
When I first had children, I often felt stuck at home. Even the easiest task of going to the store to pick up a few things became a huge project, and I absolutely hated trying to move my stroller around stores (especially small stores).
Are you familiar with [...]

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A few years ago, my husband and I purchased some high-quality reusable shopping bags to use on our grocery shopping trips.  While we are pleased to be doing our bit to help the earth, we have found that in our household, we actually do have a need for plastic bags occasionally, to hold especially smelly [...]

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Do you have an emergency fund?  Having an emergency fund is of the utmost importance if you are looking to achieve financial security.  Need to get started?  Here are some tips.
First of all, make sure that you know what the appropriate size of your emergency fund should be.  Most finance experts recommend 3-6 months of [...]

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Traveling with toddlers seems like a difficult task, but it’s definitely possible to have a fabulous time if you follow a few tips, and plan in advance.  We’ve flown with our children on vacation a variety of times, and while it’s never perfect, we have definitely learned a few essential lessons that we now follow.
Here [...]

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Paying down debt is often a major financial goal for families, however, it can often be difficult to determine a good starting point.  In upcoming articles, I’ll be discussing different types of debt, and how to go about eliminating of reducing debt.
How many of you remember being in college and seeing those enticing displays from [...]

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As many readers know, my first child was premature, having been born at 36 weeks after I was on bed rest for seven weeks with oligohydramnios (low amniotic fluid).  While my daughter never spent any time in the NICU, and was completely healthy, I know that other babies are not as lucky.
This month, November, is [...]

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A few years ago, a group of my friends got together and purchased packages of laser hair removal for themselves (there was some buy one get one half priced deal that they split).  I wished I could participate, but because I pregnant with my son, it obviously wasn’t a good idea.
Fast forward a few years [...]

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One of the reasons why some people abandon their budget is because it seems too rigid, too forced for them to follow.  A good alternative is the concept of flexible budgeting, where you are able to still develop guidelines for spending without specific categories.
For instance, some women want to budget haircuts and colors, but may [...]

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One area of budgeting that always seems to be difficult to plan for is moderate purchases.  Not quite large enough to be considered a major purchase, a moderate purchase may be a new computer, television, gym membership, camera, or any other item in that price range.  It isn’t appropriate for your emergency fund, and is [...]

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